Madeline Brewer was born on May 1, 1992, in Pitman, New Jersey, USA. She attended Washington Township High School in Sewell, New Jersey, and participated in theater productions during her time there. Brewer competed in pageants and trained vocally before transitioning to acting.
Brewer began her acting career in 2013 with a role in the Netflix original series, Orange Is the New Black, where she played Tricia Miller. This marked her debut in television and helped launch her career.
Brewer is widely recognized for her role as Janine Lindo in the Hulu series The Handmaid’s Tale (2017-present). Her performance has earned her critical acclaim and multiple award nominations. She also starred as Alice/Lola in the Netflix series Hemlock Grove (2014-2015).
Other significant television roles include appearances in Black Mirror (“Men Against Fire” episode, 2016), and Grimm (2015). She had a recurring role in Captive (2016).
In film, Brewer has appeared in several notable projects, including:
Brewer’s work on The Handmaid’s Tale has garnered her considerable recognition, including nominations for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. She has also received nominations from the Screen Actors Guild Awards as part of the ensemble cast of The Handmaid’s Tale.
Brewer continues to work in both television and film, with ongoing roles and upcoming projects. She remains an active figure in the entertainment industry.